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E26 BKM

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,124 mi
Last recorded46,124 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE26 BKM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 46,124 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 46,124 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2013 45,388 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 43,384 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 42,842 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2011 42,842 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 42,925 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 39,938 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 39,156 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2006 36,614 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 36,576 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?

Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
719
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,681
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 469
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 332
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 300
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 240
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 165
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E26 BKM is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,577 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E26 BKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E26 BKM registered?

E26 BKM is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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